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Do I need perfect grades and animal experience for vet school?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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Do I need all As to get into vet school

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 7th, 2018

I am sure it helps to have a ll A's, however every vet school has their own admission criteria, so it is best you write to the vet schools you are interested in attending to find out what their admission criteria are. Some require extensive volunteering with a vet, certain science courses, etc. Good Luck!

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

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    That would be helpful! You also need many hours of animal experience at a vet clinic. I will be honest, I didn't have all As and got into vet school, but many people who get into vet school do have straight As. Study hard!

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